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Special Court grants bail to JDS MLA Revanna in abduction case

Bengaluru court granted bail to JDS MLA HD Revanna. Judge Bhat set conditions including a Rs 5 lakh bond, travel restrictions, and cooperation with the SIT investigation. Revanna faces charges of abduction, sexual harassment, while Revanna Jr is absconding.

13 May 2024 7:31 pm
New committee to be set up to find inclusive solution to long-drawn Indo-Naga political issue

The PAC will comprise the council of ministers and legislature leaders of all political parties in the 14th Nagaland Legislative Assembly (NLA). There was a meeting on May 9 chaired by chief minister Neiphiu Rio.

13 May 2024 6:29 pm
Will complete full term in HP, retain power in 2027: HP CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu

Himachal Pradesh CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu accuses BJP of using money power to topple government, vows Congress's power until 2027. Initiatives include restoring old pension system, criticizes BJP for lack of support during monsoon disaster.

13 May 2024 5:54 pm
Rahul Gandhi didn't visit Ram temple for fear of losing vote bank: Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for not visiting the Ram temple in Ayodhya, accusing him of fearing a loss of vote bank. Shah also questioned Gandhi's opposition to the abrogation of Article 370 and sought the views of Shiv Sena's Uddhav Thackeray. Shah praised PM Modi's role in resolving the temple issue and accused the Congress of appeasement politics. Shah was campaigning for BJP's candidate in Dhule, Maharashtra, ahead of the upcoming elections.

13 May 2024 5:05 pm
No elections in future if Modi wins this time: Mallikarjun Kharge

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, speaking at an election rally in Hazaribag, warned that if Prime Minister Modi wins the 2024 Lok Sabha polls, there may not be future elections. Kharge criticized the PM over the arrest of Hemant Soren and challenged him to arrest Adani and Ambani. He accused the BJP of threatening the Constitution and democracy, promising to free arrested opposition leaders if voted to power.

13 May 2024 5:00 pm
Lok Sabha election: Electors cast vote fearlessly for first time at former Maoist hotbed 'Budha Pahad' booth

Halkan Kisan, 37, voted for the first time at 'Budha Pahad', his own booth, in Jharkhand's Palamu Lok Sabha constituency. Budha Pahad was a former Maoist stronghold. It has been freed by security forces after three decades. Kisan, from Hesatu village, expressed enthusiasm as the area is now free from Maoist activity. A total of 771 people are eligible to vote at the booth.

13 May 2024 3:07 pm
Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra questions Amit Shah, BJP over Raebareli's progress

Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra has criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Home Minister Amit Shah for what she perceives as a lack of progress in Raebareli. In a statement on Sunday, she questioned the BJP's contributions to the development of the region.

12 May 2024 7:29 pm
Lok Sabha Elections: Rahul Gandhi can be scared of atom bomb, BJP is not, says Amit Shah

Union Home Minister Amit Shah asserted at an election rally in Pratapgarh that Pakistan-occupied Kashmir belongs to India and vowed to reclaim it, dismissing Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's concerns about Pakistan's atomic bomb. Shah also urged voters in Kaushambi to support BJP's candidate for a third term as MP in the upcoming elections on May 20.

12 May 2024 2:05 pm
Lok Sabha elections: Unemployment, water crisis top issues in Kurnool; in Tirupati polarisation and corruption wary YSRCP

Kurnool Lok Sabha constituency in Andhra Pradesh will see a three-way contest in the upcoming 2024 general elections. With historical significance and facing issues like water scarcity and unemployment, the YSRCP and TDP are key players. Meanwhile, in Tirupati, the BJP and YSRCP are set to battle it out amidst cleanliness accolades.

12 May 2024 12:22 pm
Third Eye: Left searching for space; all eyes on Makens move

AAP and Congress supporters in Delhi are asking when Ajay Maken, a prominent Delhi Congress leader, will launch a full campaign for the seven LS candidates.

11 May 2024 11:17 pm
Vote bank politics kept cong from acting against Pakistan: PM Modi

Modi criticized Congress for weak attitude on Pakistan, leading to Kashmir terrorism. He campaigned in Odisha, highlighting the importance of strong leadership post-Pokhran-II. Modi also criticized BJD leader Naveen Patnaik during election rallies in Odisha.

11 May 2024 11:10 pm
Munger to test Nitish Kumar's hold on OBCs, especially own caste Kurmi

Opposition RJD has fielded a strong OBC candidate here in Anita Devi, wife of convicted criminal Ashok Mahto. Mahto is a Kurmi and Devi a Dhanuk. Dhanuk and Kurmi are a socio-politically united combination.

11 May 2024 11:08 pm
Modi will jail all opposition leaders and then end politics of BJP netas: Arvind Kejriwal

Arvind Kejriwal accuses PM Modi of pushing 'One Nation, One Leader' ideology post-interim bail. Warns about opposition leaders being targeted. Questions BJP's PM candidate and Modi's support for Amit Shah. Kejriwal emphasizes fight against dictatorship.

11 May 2024 11:04 pm
Sandeshkhali incident tip of iceberg, atrocities on women common under TMC rule: Tripura CM

Tripura CM criticized TMC rule in West Bengal, highlighting Sandeshkhali women atrocities and corruption. NSG operation revealed hidden weapons. Women filed rape FIRs against TMC leaders. Saha emphasized the need for change in governance.

11 May 2024 8:25 pm
BJP, TDP, YSRCP failed to deliver on promises to Andhra Pradesh: Congress leader Jairam Ramesh

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticizes Modi govt for failing Andhra Pradesh. He highlights unfulfilled promises, lack of special status, and slow project progress. Ramesh vows to bring justice through Congress-INDIA coalition in upcoming elections.

11 May 2024 8:10 pm
BJP targets winning 35 out of 42 LS seats in West Bengal: Jitendra Singh

The BJP leader said only those who have followed the 2019 general elections and the subsequent state assembly polls can sense on the ground the tremendous change that is being witnessed among the common masses in the state.

11 May 2024 8:10 pm
Changing Constitution is sin, says Priyanka Gandhi

Addressing an election rally in Telangana, Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra said the BJP leaders are going all over the country seeking 400 Lok Sabha seats so that they can change the Constitution.

11 May 2024 8:02 pm
Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose must explain why he should not resign in wake of molestation allegations: Mamata Banerjee

Mamata Banerjee condemns Governor Bose over molestation allegations, demands resignation, challenges CCTV footage, accuses BJP of hindering industry reopens, criticizes false claims by BJP about clean water provision, and highlights free ration costs in West Bengal.

11 May 2024 7:44 pm
BJP's theatrics not going to work in LS polls this time: Mayawati

Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati said the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made innumerable promises regarding good days for the poor, weak, middle class and other working sections of the society but in reality, not even a quarter of those have been fulfilled.

11 May 2024 7:12 pm
SIT will reveal involvement of those in electoral bond scam: Lawyer Prashant Bhushan

Prashant Bhushan calls electoral bonds the biggest scam in Indian democracy. Supreme Court to begin hearing on SIT petition. Independent investigation to expose money trail from political parties. Bhushan advocates for a neutral SIT under ex-judge.

11 May 2024 7:05 pm
Sitharaman bonds with southern students over lunch at Andhra Bhavan, talks politics before key polls

Speaking to around 20-odd students from the two Telugu-speaking states as well as Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Karnataka, Sitharaman discussed issues ranging from education and politics to the economic situation, in what appeared to be an attempt at outreach ahead of the May 13 elections in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, where the BJP aims to expand its base.

11 May 2024 6:30 pm
West Bengal deprived by Centre for last 10 years, says Abhishek Banerjee

Abhishek Banerjee accuses BJP of depriving West Bengal, urges vote against them in elections. Stresses Mamata Banerjee's role, criticizes Centre's failure in schemes. Vows to challenge saffron party, uphold integrity against false allegations, and resist external pressure.

11 May 2024 5:32 pm